Overview of the Job:

The role is responsible to set merchandising strategy, lead the team to bring end to end product insight with global and geo counterparts.  Serve consumer with the most relevant products to enable Nike’s vision and drive sustainable growth. Focus on Running & Training FTW

Reporting Line:

Direct report to GC NSO Merch Director

Key Partnership:

Global ND Merch teamNSO & NDDC & NSP Merch TeamRunning & Training Sports Merch TeamSports Business Director / Retail Marketing / VM / Assortment Planning / Allocation Team / Store team

Job Responsibility:

Take ownership of Running & Training FTW assortmentBe a consumer, product and merchandising expert for NSO channelBuild product assortments aligned with the strategy and vision for Nike Direct channels and handle all the deliverables according to consumer code.Ensure assortments support financial targets in partnership with Planning.Create channel distinction to drive business healthy growth.Drive franchise health across the portfolio, aligned by Sports and marketplace team

Functional Skill Required (Hard skills):

Fluent in EnglishRetail and financial acumen, analytical skills.Consumer and marketplace (retail) knowledge.Strong communication skills

Experience Required (Soft skills):

Strong communication skillsAbility to handle multiple conversationsFTW experience is preferredRetail experience is preferredStrong passion & knowledge of Sports (Running & Training, BBall) culture & community